The choices are vast. It’s impossible to cover every use, but we think we have hit some important ones. Regardless of the application you are looking for a valve that will last and perform with great consistency. First, buy valves with permanent seals. They’ll maintain their proper seal even when the piping is frayed, broken, clogged, or has to be replaced. If you’re not sure, this is a good starting point. Second, when you find a valve that doesn’t fit your needs, keep looking. Keep in mind that a valve’s reputation is highly dependent on the manufacturer’s reputation and history. Therefore, purchasing industrial valves through trusted online retailers offers the opportunity to buy from industrial valve retailers like CW Industrial Tools, LSK Industrial Tools, MVS Products or Industrial Valve Supplies.
Some of the key facts about industrial valves include:
There are four key types of industrial valves: ducted, linear, piston and piston-less industrial valves.
Depending on the application, industrial valves may require a pressure rating (PSI), flow rate, operating pressure (AP), or ease of operation (ease of maintenance). A valve is rated at one PSI (15-25 kg/m2) if it has a simple housing and piston that gives no options to replace the piston or screws.
There are numerous choices for industrial valve sizes. Ducted valve sizes range from 1.5 x 0.1 x 0.4 mm, to 0.1 x 0.8 x 2 mm, 0.2 x 1 x 1 mm, and 0.4 x 0.9 x 1.4 mm.
Linear valve sizes vary between 0.6 x 1 x 1 mm, 0.2 x 2 x 2 mm, and 0.6 x 1 x 2 mm.
Piston-less industrial valve sizes range from 1 x 1 x 1 mm to 1 x 1 x 1.5 mm.
There are only two ways to replace a valve with a permanent seal: use a new valve with a new seal or a brand new industrial valve with an inner bearing.
If you’re looking for industrial valves, buy valve plugs from CW Industrial Tools, LSK Industrial Tools or Industrial Valve Supplies.
Not sure where to start? Consider buying industrial valves from a reputable retailer like CW Industrial Tools. With this comprehensive collection of industrial valves, you’ll be able to find a product that fits your application. A discount on all CW products is available at the time of purchase.
5 Industrial Valves
In industrial applications, valves are constantly moving, releasing or pulling in fluid. However, in the above photos, it’s important to look at how industrial valves work when they have to go through valves. What’s more important is the method that they use to do this.
1. Dimple Valve
The dimple valve allows for more fluid to be pushed through by an actuator, thus decreasing valve operation time and making it easier to control the valve.
2. Vent Vent
In this valve, a plastic fluid passes into the valve but is let out in one vent to reduce the fluid flow.
3. Turbine Valves
The turbine valve uses a combustion engine to achieve automatic operation and bypassing.
4. Hard Rubber
The hard rubber valve’s valve housing is shaped to squeeze the fluid into the valve. With this method, there’s not a huge change in the seal in comparison to the valve with the dimple valve.
5. Rubber Loop Valves
The rubber loop valve has a flexible circular channel around the valve housing. With this method, it’s easier to pass fluid through the system. However, it’s important to check the valve frequently to prevent the cap from coming off.
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